Identity Lifecycle Manager 2 RC: Virtual Hard Disk Image Download Guide

Quick Setup: Identity Lifecycle Manager 2 RC VHD Image for Test Environments

Purpose: Quickly deploy a ready-made Virtual Hard Disk (VHD) image of Identity Lifecycle Manager 2 RC to create a disposable test environment for evaluation, demonstrations, or development.

Prerequisites

• Host with Hyper-V (Windows Server or Windows ⁄₁₁ Pro/Enterprise) or a hypervisor that supports VHD (convert if needed).
• Sufficient resources: at least 4 CPU cores, 8–16 GB RAM, and 80–120 GB disk space for the VM.
• Network access to domain controller and any required services (or use an isolated lab domain).
• Administrative credentials for the VM and domain (if joining a domain).

Quick deployment steps

1. Download and verify VHD

   • Obtain the Identity Lifecycle Manager 2 RC VHD from a trusted source.
   • Verify checksums/signature if provided.

2. Create a new VM

   • In Hyper-V Manager, choose “New” → “Virtual Machine”.
   • Assign 4+ vCPUs, 8–16 GB RAM, and attach the downloaded VHD as the boot disk.
   • Configure network adapter (internal or external) depending on whether you need domain connectivity.

3. First boot and configuration

   • Start the VM and log in with supplied administrator credentials.
   • If the VM is prejoined to a lab domain, confirm domain connectivity; otherwise, join it to your test domain.

4. IP and name settings

   • Set a static IP or confirm DHCP assignment suitable for your lab.
   • Rename the VM only if documentation permits (some preconfigured services expect the original computer name).

5. Service checks

   • Verify Identity Lifecycle Manager services are running (check Services.msc or appropriate product service names).
   • Open the ILM console or web interface and confirm access.

6. Connect to dependent services

   • Ensure connectivity to Active Directory, SQL Server (if external), and any LDAP/HR systems used for provisioning.
   • If SQL is local, confirm database integrity and service startup.

7. Snapshots and backups

   • Take a VM snapshot/checkpoint immediately after successful initial configuration to allow easy rollback.

Testing tips

• Use an isolated test domain to avoid accidental changes in production.
• Test common workflows: import user data, run reconciliation, create simple provisioning policies, and verify audit logs.
• Monitor CPU, memory, and disk I/O for performance tuning in larger tests.

Security cautions

• Treat the RC image as untrusted in production—restrict network access and credentials.
• Reset any default passwords and remove any test accounts before sharing the image.

Rollback & cleanup

• Revert to the snapshot for repeatable test runs.
• When finished, remove VM from domain and delete sensitive data if the image will be reused or distributed.

Date: February 4, 2026